B Ride
Alto Velo's B Ride peloton consists of former riders who have retired from racing, up-and-coming riders who enjoy a challenge and strong riders who enjoy camaraderie. Based on the principle of getting outdoors and seeing and doing some cool things, this ride is meant to be challenging but doable. Mostly a no-drop ride, we average 50 miles per ride.
Start: Saturdays 9:00am from Summit Bicycles at 392 California Ave in Palo Alto, rolling at 9:10am. New riders welcome!
Pace: Moderate and sometimes fast. If you're at the front early on, know the route and please look back to see that the group is together (three souls gasping for air is not considered a group). Paceline when possible, wait at the top of longer climbs
Regroups: We regroup at the top and bottom of hills and recover after every climb
Example route: https://www.strava.com/routes/4519225
The B Ride is subject to Alto Velo's Ride Rules and all participants must sign an annual waiver.
See below for details of the upcoming ride as well as past rides.
8/27/2022 - Kings / West Alpine
Peloton,
Please put your light wheels on for Saturday’s ride. Jonathan has created a nice climbers route. Once again, please check your tires, and bring something to fix a flat. Additionally, be safe. Downhill Page Mill can be challenging (but easily doable), and we want absolute safety for the ride.
I will be leading the C Ride this week to cover for our typical leaders being unavailable.
Start / End Location
Route
54:32mi, 5566ft
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
8/20/2022 - Kings Loop
Peloton,
This week we have Simon Parton as our ride leader. I am out of town and will not be participating.
Simon has a great route for you that includes the climb of Kings, Swett, and a run up Polhemus. Chip seal doesn’t begin until September so these roads should be fine.
Final note: There have been a number of flats on the last few B Rides lead by Simon, and he is requesting that you double check to make sure you have a tube with you on Saturday.
Start / End Location
Route
52.30mi, 4,416ft
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
8/13/2022 - 9/Skyline/84/Cervantes
Peloton,
Many requests to ride across Arastradero Road south last week, so I have included it this week. I suspect the ones heading south wanted a head start getting home and don’t want to join the rest of us for coffee. :-(
Note - After coming down 84 East, we head back through PV, and turn left on Westridge, but instead of going up Westridge, we head up Cervantes. It is not long, but it is steep enough for you all to feel it. At the top, we take a quick right and then left which is a steep descent (Golden Oak) where we regroup opposite Alpine Inn / Zots.
Finally, this is a group ride so I would like us to stay together until the bottom of Mt. Eden on our way out. That means the faster riders at the front may have to watch their watts carefully until that point, but I would like the chance for people to catch up, meet new people and enjoy the neutral roll out. Thank you.
Start / End Location
Route
52 miles, 4667 ft.
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
8/6/2022 - Page Mill / West Alpine / WOLH
Peloton,
This week is my least favorite climb. But, as you know, it is not about me so I have put it together since we haven’t climbed it this year.
Please note the route we will take to get there (up Moody), and the fact that we will descend Alpine into La Honda. That is a very technical descent after the right turn, so let’s be careful. We will regroup after the climb and after the descent as always.
Start / End Location
Route
50.9 miles, 4895 ft.
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
7/30/2022 - Lobitos Lollipop
Peloton,
This week we will do a ride that I had not even thought about doing. I got feedback from some individuals and I incorporated that into our B Ride.
Bring a plastic bag or fanny pack to pick up your t-shirt from The Bike Hut. You probably also want to let them know that you are coming buy to pick up the t-shirt. If we are lucky, we may get there while the party is still ongoing and we can share in the cheer.
Start / End Location
Route
53.6 miles, 5383 ft.
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
7/23/2022 - Coastal Classic
Peloton,
We have an incredible day lined up for us.
1) Final group attempt at The Bike Hut Classic. Please make sure you have signed up.
2) At the top of Tunitas, Moss + Wonder will be there with Ice Lollies. I have talked to them to let them know we are on our way.
3) We will finish the day with pizza at Terun. We have secured the back patio just for us, and once again, they are expecting us. Alto Velo will cover the cost of food, so please instead consider making a donation to support this worthy cause - https://tourdefox.michaeljfox.org/virtual/FrancoTerun. Kristjan (Terun Chef/partner) has been diagnosed with Parkinson Disease. He is doing a challenging for the Michael J Fox Foundation on Saturday August 27th and we are trying to raise as much money as possible.
Start / End Location
Route
Coast Classic from Summit Bike - Cal Ave.
56 miles, 5135 ft.
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
7/16/2022 - Oh to Live on Sugar Mountain
Peloton,
Check out my reference to where we are going this week. Some of you may be able to guess the main point of the ride without looking at the route.
Next week we will be doing the Coastal Classic again. However, there is a spiff for all riders that return to the end. We will be offering pizza from Terun. Please remember to sign up for The Bike Hut Classic. Alto Velo is a major sponsor of this event, and it is a great cause. We are helping the less fortunate and they are learning life skills.
Start / End Location
Route
49.miles, 5000 ft.
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
7/9/2022 - Coastal Classic
Peloton,
Please remember that we have a new start point at Summit Bike - Cal Ave.
This week we will do our first Coastal Classic of July. Our target for the month is at least 2 times up Tunitas and qualification for The Bike Hut Classic. Our goal is to have the team with the most participants so we can have a plaque hung in our honor inside the Bike Hut.
We have now posted the promotional video for this event on the website and you can move over to YouTube to watch it here. You will see our kit very well represented. Thank you Katheryn.
Please remember to sign up for The Bike Hut Classic. Alto Velo is a major sponsor of this event, and it is a great cause. We are helping the less fortunate and they are learning life skills.
Start / End Location
Route
Coast Classic from Summit Bike - Cal Ave.
56 miles, 5135 ft.
Start Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
7/2/22 - Simon Sojourn
Peloton,
We are formally changing our starting point to Summit Bike - Cal Ave. We do reserve the right to change our start and finish location periodically to introduce our sponsors but the majority of rides will start here.
Please remember to sign up for The Bike Hut Classic. Alto Velo is a major sponsor of this event, and it is a great cause. We are helping the less fortunate and they are learning life skills. We will be doing the Coastal Classic at least 2 time during the month of July to make it easy for riders to complete the segment. Please sign up and participate.
Start / End Location
Route
Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
6/25/22 - Pesky RR Loop and other options
Peloton,
Please take a close look at the note as there are some significant changes: Ride Start Location / End and 3 Loop Options.
We are only doing the Pesky Loop 1x per year as it is rather long. However, as a celebration of our successful race and giving back to our members, we will enjoy one loop of the course. I will not be taking it at race pace but rather party pace. Each rider is willing to see if they can break the KOM / QOM established on Haskins or Stage (2 climbs) but we will regroup at top of Haskins and at Stage / 84. We will see if we have enough takers and if we don’t then we can all head up West Alpine.
Start / End Location
Ada’s Cafe - Ada’s is a new sponsor this year, and one of the ways we are giving back to the community. Ada’s is a Palo Alto nonprofit established in 2008 to hire and train people with disabilities in a commercial food-service environment. Additionally, it is a woman’s owned business.
Routes
Pesky - 72.5 mi, 5890 ft
West Alpine - 53.9 mi, 5087 ft
West Alpine / Page Mill - 45.1 mi, 4546 ft
Time
Meet: 9 AM
Leave: 9:10 AM
Non-Members
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride Etiquette
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
6/11/22 - B Ride - Coastal Classic
Peloton,
I am out of town this weekend, and Jerry Leaugers has volunteered to lead. Please be respectful to his leadership.
Couple notes:
1) We will be doing the Coastal Classic a couple times in July as part of our 2022 Bike Hut Classic fundraiser. We are a contributing sponsor to this event, and are hoping to drive as much participation as possible.
2) Next Saturday, 6/18/22, will have NO B Ride. Every club member should be volunteering in some capacity for the Pesky RR and therefore be busy.
General comments:
Vaccination required
Non-Alto Velo Club members must complete the non-member waiver process below
First timers should review the etiquette & safety guidelines below
B Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:10am
Start: Lincoln Park Gazebo in Los Altos
Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33808293
57.9mi, 5456ft climbing
Non-Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride etiquette:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
6/4/22 - B Ride - 9 / Black / Los Gatos
Peloton,
I had a HD crash, and it took me 2.5 days to get back. I am back but that is why the B Ride post is late-ish.
We are trying a new adventurous route that has 1.5mi of gravel, but most of you will recognize the roads.
Alto Velo B Ride will meet at Lincoln Park in Los Altos Saturday at 9:00.
Vaccination required
Non-Alto Velo Club members must complete the non-member waiver process below
First timers should review the etiquette & safety guidelines below
B Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am. rolling by 9:10am
Start: Lincoln Park Gazebo in Los Altos
Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39677948
54mi, 4917ft climbing
Non-Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at: https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride etiquette:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you.
Ride safety:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
5/29/22 - B Ride - Steve Esswein Classic Modified
Peloton,
I am back. Kind of. Still not feeling it completely but we will give it a try. I feel compelled to come back because of all the flats, mechanicals and an accident that occurred while I was gone. Please, no more of that.
We can focus on etiquette again on this ride which means over communicate. Talk about obstacles, point them out, don't overlap wheels and help out others.
On with the ride / route:
Alto Velo B Ride will meet at Lincoln Park in Los Altos Saturday at 9:00.
Vaccination required
Non-Alto Velo Club members must complete the non-member waiver process below
First timers should review the etiquette & safety guidelines below
B Ride
Time: Saturday, gather at 9am, rolling by 9:10am
Start: Lincoln Park Gazebo in Los Altos
Route
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37565877
50mi, 4170ft climbing
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. Because of COVID, there are now multiple forms that must be completed. Blank forms may be found on our website at:
https://www.bikereg.com/alto-velo-guest-waiver
Filling out the waiver is only required one time per year.
Ride etiquette:
• Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
• Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
• Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions. Repeat the message through the group.
• Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
• Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate a rotating paceline when the group desires.
• Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
• If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
Ride safety:
• Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
• Riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
• Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
• Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
• Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
• If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
• Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
• Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
• Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
• No Aero Bar use
5/21: B Ride - Montebello, Steven's Canyon, Sanborn
Hi Y'all,
I'm leading B ride this week! I hope you like what I've got planned.
Montebello, Steven's Canyon, Sanborn
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39453299
Regroups/water after Montebello and Sanborn climbs
See you Saturday!
Jonathan
Normal Rules Apply / See Below
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
RIDE ETIQUETTE:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions.. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim.. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
RIDE SAFETY:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
No sitting on the top tube for descending
5/14 - B Ride - 9 Skyline Woodside
I’ll be leading this weeks Saturday ride
9, Skyline, Woodside
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38121669
Normal Rules Apply / See Below
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
RIDE ETIQUETTE:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions.. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim.. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
RIDE SAFETY:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
No sitting on the top tube for descending
5/7/2022 - B Ride Coastal Classic
I'll be standing in for Ed on this weekend's ride and thought we'd head to the coast.
Coastal Classic
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33808293
58 miles
5450 ft.
2 major climbs: OLH, Tunitas
Normal Rules Apply / See Below
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
RIDE ETIQUETTE:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions.. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim.. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
RIDE SAFETY:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
No sitting on the top tube for descending
4/30/22 - B Ride - Kings, Native Son, WOLH
Peloton,
I hope you enjoyed our Umunhum day. I was personally hoping for a better climb, but the rest of the day was really good.
This week we will do something different. A few rides ago somebody was asking about Star Hill past Swett, and so I have included an out and back on Star Hill but finishes down Native Son. The rest is straight forward with an original climb up Kings and the final climb up WOLH.
Route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39222515
Metrics:
52.5 mi
4900 ft.
Normal Rules Apply / See Below
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
RIDE ETIQUETTE:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions.. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim.. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
RIDE SAFETY:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
No sitting on the top tube for descending
4/23/22 - B Ride - Mt Umunhum
Peloton,
It is time to put our small gears on our bikes and get ready for the climb of Mt. Umunhum. I have done this climb 2x, and the full climb from the left just over the Hicks Bridge to the tippy top and the Cube has taken 1:03+ and 1:07+. It is a hard climb that starts really steep so plan accordingly. I don't think I am in as good shape as last year so I hope I am not much slower. Last year we did the ride in early June and suffered from a lack of hydration so this year the weather should not be as hot and we also have Johnathan taking refreshments and food to the top for us!!
Attached is a profile of the climb with gradients, etc. I expect to see this on everybody's stem Saturday. :-)
Route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36276515
Metrics:
65.3 mi
6686 ft.
max grade: 18.2%
Normal Rules Apply / See Below
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
RIDE ETIQUETTE:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions.. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim.. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
RIDE SAFETY:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
No sitting on the top tube for descending
AV B Ride - 4/16/22 - Rain Route
Peloton,
I have looked at the weather sites everyday this week and multiple times everyday. However, La Honda is showing a 40% chance of rain through at least 12 noon tomorrow, and as such a run through the mountains doesn't seem like a great idea. Simon has volunteered to lead tomorrow's ride.
Sunday does look to have better weather so I am proposing a D Ride. These are rides I used to lead many moons ago, and they are discovery, distance, and Zone 2 rides (i.e. we are not riding with the idea of working out at AT, but instead to enjoy an adventure. If I can get a handful of folks that are interested we will meet on Sunday at Peet's and head out @ 9 - 9:10 am. It will be the Coastal Classic.
Route: Rain Route
https://www.strava.com/routes/12126641
2400 ft., 41.5 miles
Start:
Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
https://g.page/losaltoschamber?share
Time:
Saturday 9am. Leave at 9:10am
Non - Members:
Alto Velo welcomes non-members to join us on our rides. However, non-members must have a Waiver on file with the club. We are using a new process now, and it is all electronic. There is no need to sign a form, scan and email to the team. Instead you can use Bikereg. It is free of charge. Use the attached QR Code to initiate the process to sign the waiver and you are good to go for riding with AV for 2022.
RIDE ETIQUETTE:
Introduce yourself to new riders. If you're a new rider, introduce yourself at the start of the ride.
Roll out from the start/regroups gently so everyone has a chance to warm up and get going.
Use hand signals and call out turns, stops and road obstructions.. Repeat the message through the group.
Mechanicals: relay the message to the front. Help out the victim.. Wait for the victim at the next regroup.
Ride paceline / 2x2 on the flats. Ride leader will initiate rotating paceline when the group desires.
Follow behind the wheel in front to avoid the bunch spilling over the road.
If you leave a ride early, notify someone so the group doesn't think they lost you
RIDE SAFETY:
Riders should carry Medical ID that contains your name and emergency contact information. Additional helpful information includes any medical history. Two IDs are preferable.
Riders must always wear a helmet. Riders are encouraged to wear a helmet on AV rides and riders are discouraged from riding with AV groups if they don't wear a helmet.
Riders are always responsible for their own safety. If you feel uncomfortable riding with the group, gently move to the rear of the group.
Look for yourself for cars and other road users, and OBEY TRAFFIC rules – you are responsible.
Do NOT cross the center line. You will be asked to leave the ride if you do so.
If you're new to group riding, make this known to the ride leader and ask for help.
Protect your front wheel, do not cross wheels.
Do not make sudden lateral movements at any time.
Be gentle on brakes so as not to suddenly stop in front of someone.
No Aero Bar use
No sitting on the top tube for descending
Mt Umunhum, June 2021
Bike Hut, July 2021
Native Sons Rd, April 2022
Christmas Coffee Ride, December 2022